Maruti Suzuki Hints At Wider EV Lineup, Entry-Level SUV Under Evaluation

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Maruti Suzuki has indicated that it is planning a broader expansion of both its electric vehicle and SUV portfolios as it looks to strengthen its position in India’s evolving passenger vehicle market. While the upcoming eVitara will mark the company’s entry into the mainstream electric SUV space, Maruti says its long-term EV strategy will extend across multiple vehicle segments.

Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer – Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India, said the company’s electric vehicle plans are not limited to a single product. According to him, Maruti intends to introduce battery electric vehicles across almost every passenger vehicle segment, with offerings positioned both above and below the eVitara.

Although Banerjee did not comment on specific future products, his remarks suggest that Maruti is working towards building a comprehensive EV portfolio covering different price points and customer requirements. Industry reports indicate that the carmaker is also developing a three-row electric MPV, internally codenamed YMC, while more affordable electric models are also said to be under consideration.

The company’s expanding EV strategy comes at a time when demand for electric passenger vehicles continues to rise in India. According to the latest data from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), electric passenger vehicle retail sales reached 31,823 units in June, more than doubling compared to the same month last year. EV penetration also increased to 7.7 percent during the month. Maruti recorded 1,919 retail sales, placing it behind Tata Motors, Mahindra and JSW MG Motor India in the segment.

Apart from electric vehicles, Maruti Suzuki is also evaluating opportunities to strengthen its SUV portfolio. Responding to a question regarding the absence of a direct rival to the Tata Punch after the Ignis was discontinued, Banerjee acknowledged that the company currently does not have a product in that space and hinted that it could address the gap in the future.

Reports suggest Maruti is studying the feasibility of launching a new compact SUV positioned below the Brezza. The model is expected to adopt a boxy, upright design inspired by Suzuki’s Xbee sold in Japan and could target buyers looking for an affordable urban SUV.

The move would allow Maruti to compete more directly in one of India’s fastest-growing SUV segments. The Tata Punch has emerged as a strong performer in the category, recording over 21,000 wholesale units in June and leading SUV sales during the first quarter of FY27.

Maruti Suzuki also stated that it currently holds a 54 percent share of India’s “clean and green” vehicle market, which includes CNG, hybrid and electric vehicles. As the company expands its electric and SUV offerings, it aims to strengthen its presence across multiple segments in the coming years.

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